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I'm a board-certified PMHNP with 16 years of nursing experience across home health, care management, hospice, and palliative care. That background shapes how I practice: I treat the whole person, knowing that emotional, mental, and physical health are deeply connected. I see patients across the lifespan and offer sessions in both English and Tagalog.

As a triple board-certified nurse practitioner ( nurse midwife, family practitioner, and mental health), I believe that caring for your mind is just as important as caring for your body. I have many years of experience in the perinatal mental health field, but I enjoy caring for all walks of life. I currently care for clients aged 10-65 for many conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood/bipolar, PTSD, and perinatal disorders, among others.

I am a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than eight years of experience in healthcare and a strong background in psychiatric services. I began my medical career in Cuba, where I earned my medical degree from the University of Medical Sciences of Havana “Calixto García.” After moving to the United States, I earned my nursing degree and later completed a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in family practice.

Throughout my career, I have worked in psychiatric care, women’s health, transitional care, pain management, and primary care. I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health concerns. I am committed to helping each client feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.

Hello! I work with adult clients, ages 18-64 years old, who have medication management needs for their mental health conditions. Clients should have appropriate acuity in the mild-to-moderate range for telehealth care. Certain conditions or symptom severity levels may need a more intensive care setting than telehealth. Same week appointments available.

I am a triple board-certified psychiatrist specializing in Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Perinatal Psychiatry, as well as Obesity Medicine. I am a medical doctor who trained at Albert Einstein Medical Center (General Psychiatry residency) and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship), where I served as chief resident and chief fellow. My practice, Dona Wellness Clinic, primarily utilizes telepsychiatry to offer accessible, compassionate, and inclusive care to individuals across Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and North Carolina. Approach to Providing Care.

Rachel Clarke is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 20 years of experience caring for individuals across the lifespan. Originally from the Caribbean and now proudly serving the Florida & New York community, Rachel brings a culturally sensitive, compassionate approach to mental health care.

Rachel is the founder of You First Mental Health, where the belief is simple but powerful: your mental wellness comes first. She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel safe to be themselves while receiving high-quality, evidence-based care.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, or just feeling overwhelmed by life, Rachel works with you to understand your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan. She believes in collaborative care, you are the expert in your experience, and she’s here to help guide and support you every step of the way.

Rachel holds a Master’s degree in Nursing from Walden University and her undergraduate degree from Florida International University. She is licensed in the state of Florida & New York and sees patients via telehealth.

Specialties:

Anxiety & Stress

Depression & Mood Disorders

ADHD (Adult & Adolescent)

Insomnia & Sleep Concerns

Life Transitions & Burnout

Why patients choose Rachel:

✅ Warm, culturally aware care

✅ Collaborative, nonjudgmental approach

✅ Focus on the whole person not just the symptoms

✅ Flexible telehealth scheduling

✅ Safe space for underserved voices

If you’re ready to prioritize your mental health and work with someone who sees all of you. Rachel is here to help you take that first step. You First Mental Health is Your First Step to a Healthier Mind

I’m a dual-certified psychiatric and adult-gerontology nurse practitioner who believes mental health care should be thoughtful, collaborative, and individualized. I take the time to understand the whole person...not just a diagnosis or list of symptoms. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatric care with attention to sleep, nutrition, hormones, physical health, and lifestyle factors that may affect mental well-being. My goal is to help you understand your options and create a treatment plan that feels both effective and sustainable.